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Lebanon Highlights and Events
Travel in Lebanon with Intrepid
Possessing a balmy, Mediterranean climate, long stretches of sparkling coastline, clusters of impressive archaeological sites and a pulsating capital full of modern and ancient delights, Lebanon could be considered one of the world's most underrated travel destinations. Throw in magically mellow port towns, rare forests of ancient cedar and a culinary scene built on centuries of knowledge and you've got an enriching yet complex country just begging to be explored.
Experience Lebanon's highlights on these trips
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Highlights
- Discover the modern bars and boutiques of cosmopolitan Beirut
- Experience the coastal beauty of Lebanon in brilliant Byblos
- Admire the churches and monasteries of Bcharre
- See an impressive Ottoman-era palace in Beiteddine
- Catch fresh sea breezes at the old trading port town of Sidon
- Explore stunning ancient Roman ruins in Baalbek
- Relax in the resort town of Zahle
- Hike through the beautiful Qadisha Valley
- Walk past age-old cedars in the nature reserve of Tannourine
- Pay a visit to Lebanon's oldest winery
Lebanon's Top Picks
Cosmopolitan Beirut is commonly referred to as the 'Paris of the Middle East'
Top 5 People-Watching Spots of Beirut
- Corniche: This scenic promenade is one of the best places to soak up the diverse society of contemporary Beirut. Just go for a slow stroll and let the sights of mellow fisherman, energetic teens, sophisticated cafe-dwellers, busy street vendors and hookah-smoking elders all roll into one.
- Gemmayzeh: The cosmopolitan neighbourhood of Gemmayzeh is fast becoming THE place to see and be seen at night. Experience the irrepressible energy of modern Beirut as you watch parades of '24 hour party people' come out to play in the impossibly cool bars, clubs and cafes on the main drag.
- Hamra Street: Located near many universities, it's no surprise that this street (once referred to as the Champs Elysees of Beirut) used to be a popular spot for intellectuals back in the 1960s and 1970s. These days, Hamra Street offers travellers an incredible snapshot of contemporary life in Beirut. With coffee shops, boutiques, hotels, pubs and bars, this busy hub of commercial activity buzzes with energy day and night.
- Souk el Tayeb: Experience yet another side of diverse Beirut at Lebanon's first farmers' market. This weekly open-air market features organic produce, homemade treats, local honey, flowers, soap, cakes and handicrafts - all housed at two locations in Beirut (Saifi Village and Rue Verdun). A visit here will reveal home cooks in action, artisans at work and age-old culinary traditions in real life.
- Monot Street: This busy street in the Ashrafieh neighbourhood is another hot spot for nightlife and is particularly popular with young clubbers and bar-hoppers. It's fascinating to watch the old-world charm of this neighbourhood contrast with the glamorous fashions and modern attitudes of the people who frequent here.
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Lebanon at a glance
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- Beirut (population 2.1 million)
- 4.2 million
- Arabic
- LBP
- (GMT+02:00) Beirut
- Type A (North American/Japanese 2-pin), Type B (American 3-pin), Type C (European 2-pin), Type D (Old British 3-pin), Type G (Irish/British 3-pin)
- +961
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